La Carbonera - Salento

Wax Palm Sanctuary

A dense forest of wax palms, Colombia's national tree, La Carbonera in the Tochecito Valley, offers a less touristy alternative to the renowned Cocora Valley. Nestled on the Quindío-Tolima border, it boasts stunning Andean vistas, scenic nature trails, and an authentic, immersive experience in pristine wilderness.

250.000 cop per person

Including

• Transportation from Salento.

• Lunch & snacks.

• Hydration.

• Entrance fees to fincas along the way and the palm forest.

• Medical insurance.

• Local Bilingual guide in Spanish and English

• All payments to locals for activities and farm visits are included.

What should you bring?

Although the adventure is only one day long, we recommend bringing a small suitcase for your belongings.

Also, the entire coffee region has a rainy climate throughout the year, so we recommend coming prepared in case of rain.

Rain jacket.

Umbrella or poncho.

Water bottle.

Comfortable shoes or hiking boots.

Your personal medications, if necessary.

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Excursion Day trip departing from Salento at 8:30 a.m.

Visit 5 private mountain sites.

4x4 jeep ride to Alto de la Línea, with stops at viewpoints.

Hike through the wax palm forest in the Carbonera Valley, visit the yellow-eared parrot house, and the Gallego Tochesito waterfall.

Picnic by the river with 2 sandwich options (ham and cheese or vegetarian).

Return to Salento around 4:30-5:00 p.m

250,000 COP per person

Recommendations

This adventure begins with two or more people. Contact us and let us know what date you want to go so we can organize with more people.

The tour can be paid in cash or by card. Card payments have an extra charge of 3%.

Please try to pack light.

Remember that this is an adventure in the heights of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, where one of the main recommendations is to be completely disconnected from your phone and social media.